Flagstaff Park

Flagstaff Park

Flagstaff Park is a public park in the Etobicoke neighbourhood of Toronto, offering green spaces, walking trails, and a variety of sports facilities for visitors, making it a great choice for outdoor recreation and physical activity, including tennis courts, pickleball courts (with tennis lanes), and an outdoor pool for swimming and water sports in the summer. The park also has facilities such as a basketball court, walking trails, and children's play areas, making it a great place for social and family sports. Sports that can be played at Flagstaff Park include tennis, pickleball (a paddle sport similar to tennis), swimming in an outdoor pool, and outdoor recreational activities such as walking and running.

Key Features & Amenities

• Natural green space – suitable environment for relaxation and light activities.
• Public parking next to the pool/park (street and area, with easy access).
• Public restrooms available at the park/pool.
• Changing/dressing room in the outdoor pool area (for swimmers).
• Wheelchair access/accessible space for visitors in the pool and parts of the park.

Programs & Activities

• Outdoor basketball court suitable for friendly games or free practice.
• Tennis court for outdoor play.
• Outdoor pool for swimming, water programs and summer fun (has basic standard facilities such as public swimming and swimming programs).
• Green space and public open space for walking, outdoor sports, picnics and relaxation.

How to book

1. To book Toronto parks (including fields, pools, special spaces and events), you should use the Parks & Recreation Facilities Booking section of the City of Toronto website. Here you can submit a one-time or recurring reservation request for reservable spaces.

2. The City of Toronto has an online booking system called Toronto Registration and Booking, through which you can:

• Search for reservable spaces
• Check availability
• Make a reservation
• Create an account or manage your information
• To start booking, you must log in to the system and search for the name of the park or facility you are interested in (for example, the outdoor pool or sports fields at Flagstaff Park).

3. For one-time use of the park on an official basis (e.g. ceremonies, themes or special events), you can use the One-Time Booking of Parks & Recreation Facilities section, which includes:

• Find the desired facility,
• Contact Park Bookings customer service,
• Complete the request form,
• Pay any applicable fees, and
• Receive a booking confirmation.

Location & Accessibility & Contact 

1. Exact address: Flagstaff Park at 42 Mercury Road, Toronto, ON M9W, Canada

2. Public transportation access

• The closest bus stop/public transportation is often the TTC bus network that runs around the Etobicoke York area and can be used to get to Mercury Road.
• There is no direct subway station near the park, but subway stations in Toronto are accessible with bus lines to the Etobicoke area.

3. Opening hours: Usually open 24 hours a day.

FAQs

What sports facilities are available at the park?

The park has tennis, basketball, and outdoor sports courts, as well as an outdoor swimming pool for summer swimming.

Is there a pool at the park and is it open for swimming?

Yes — Flagstaff Park Outdoor Pool is an outdoor pool adjacent to the park that is open for swimming and water activities during the warm season.

Does the park have access to restrooms and locker rooms?

Yes — The outdoor pool adjacent to the park has locker rooms and restrooms for swimmers to use.

Can group games such as soccer or basketball be played there?

Yes — Visitors can use the basketball court and outdoor space for group activities.